1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 500 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Abarth | BMW |
Model | 500 | 325 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |